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Raquel Carter
Lexington/Fayette County Mayor
Top Issues
Economy
Enlist our local business community as a partner, not an adversary.
Economy
Reduce red tape and redundant processes that deter new business.
Housing
Reduce red tape for development.
Economy
Launch a coordinated campaign to bring more jobs downtown.
Education
Maximize partnerships with our local education institutions.
Taxes / Budget
Create a balanced budget that reflects the priorities of the people.
Wages / Job Benefits
Build a workforce development system that prepares residents for real, high-wage, high-demand careers.
Taxes / Budget
Aggressively pursue state and federal grants.
Housing
Implement a plan for building communities, not just units.
Housing
Give priority to Affordable Housing, Starter Homes, Multi-family Units.
Housing
Bring down housing costs for families.
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